The suspension would be followed by “disciplinary proceedings” as the new president continues his vow to fight graft.

The move comes son the heel of ministerial replacements since his ascension to power on February 15 after his predecessor, Jacob Zuma, was overtaken by the graft allegations made against him.

In the letter informing Moyane of his suspension, Ramaphosa said “developments at the SARS under your leadership have resulted in a deterioration in public confidence in the institution and in public finances being compromised”.

“For the sake of the country and the economy, this situation cannot be allowed to continue, or to worsen.”

Oladapo Okeowo is an OAU alumnus with over half a decade publishing experience. He lives in Lagos and can be found where the coffee is black, the book is enthralling, the movie is popping and Arsenal is playing. Dapo was an Assistant Editor at Concise News.